Kent Bragg
Operations Manager
- Role
- Operations Manager at EDAG Group
- Location
- Troy, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kent Bragg
Engineering and construction management leader with 30+ years of experience spanning…
Experience
Operations Manager
May 2025 — Present
Leveraging three decades of comprehensive experience in paint shop engineering across the automotive, aerospace, and industrial parts sectors, I drive innovative solutions and practical implementation strategies within EDAG\'s Plant Solutions division. While traditionally focused on providing in-depth engineering studies, bid package development, and production analysis for major OEMs, my role is expanding to spearhead new growth initiatives.My core expertise lies in not only the design and analysis of complex paint systems but also critically in field installation, construction management, and fabrication support. I am currently focused on developing and delivering specialized support to emerging market clients (including EV manufacturing, new aerospace ventures, and diverse industrial applications). This initiative aims to bridge the crucial gap between engineering design and successful on-the-ground execution, providing these agile businesses with access to OEM-level expertise tailored to their unique scale and needs.My mission is to utilize my extensive background in managing projects from conception through commissioning to help these new client segments:De-risk their paint line investments.Optimize installation processes and timelines.Ensure fabrication quality and system integration.Resolve complex production challenges with practical, actionable solutions.By championing this customer-centric approach, I am dedicated to expanding EDAG\'s footprint, fostering new partnerships, and driving the growth of our department by making high-level paint shop expertise more accessible and impactful for a wider range of industry players.
Education
Coursera
Data Analyst Certification
Coursera
Professional Project Management Certificate
Coursera
Salesforce Sales Operations Professional Certificate
Wayne County Community College District
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS
1996 — 1999
Schoolcraft College
Material Science
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